The Summit 2008 included participation by Dr. Jane Goodall herself, youth-led panels, roundtable discussions, interactive workshops, keynote speakers and other activities. Participants examined the issues of environmental degradation, water scarcity, global poverty and wildlife conservation.

Attendees were outstanding young leaders who had a strong history of community service, demonstrated leadership qualities, the ability to articulate ideas and concepts and a commitment to returning home with a solid year-long plan of action.

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Participant Testimonials

[The Global Youth Summit] cemented my desire to be conscious of my actions and make a positive difference for the world around me.

Though we come from disparate backgrounds in a smattering of cultures, we're all the same. We address different challenges in our lives, but everyone can share a laugh, ride a rollercoaster and save the world in the same language.

At this Summit I learned that friendship and shared passion for making a difference can transcend culture and even language. I made incredible connections with people incredibly unlike myself in so many ways, but similar in their passionate desire to make a difference.

Schedule

Each day at the Jane Goodall Global Youth Summit 2008 proved to be an inspirational and learning experience for all participants. The Summit featured a spectrum of energizing events, including a keynote address by Dr. Jane Goodall. Other speakers focused on the topics of youth leadership, global poverty, environmental issues, water scarcity and wildlife conservation.

It would hardly be fair to host an event at Walt Disney World without a visit to one of the venue's famous amusement parks. Attendees spent one full day at Disney's Animal Kingdom, enjoying the park's Earth Day celebration, learning about Disney's unique contributions to wildlife conservation, experiencing thrilling rides and shaking hands with the one and only Mickey Mouse.

Download a full Summit 2008 program and schedule.

2008 Schedule at a Glance

Saturday, April 19, 2008

Arrival & Orientation

Orientation
Welcome Reception
Opening Dinner

•  Speakers: Chase Pickering and Mark Nieker

Chat with Dr. Jane

Sunday, April 20, 2008

Building Knowledge

Native American Blessing: Leonard Little Finger
Keynote Address: Dr. Jane Goodall
Lunch

• Speaker: Dan Goodman

N.A.P. Time (New Action Potential Time)
Discovering Your Leadership Compass
Workshops
Chat with Dr. Jane

Monday, April 21, 2008

Building Knowledge

Panel: Wildlife in Our World

• Dr. Tammie Bettinger and Dr. Chris Kuhar

Lunch and Panel: Cultures in Conflict

• Henri Landwirth and Nick Anderson

N.A.P. Time (New Action Potential Time)
Pearson Digital Arts Workshop I
All-American Party with Dr. Jane

Tuesday, April 22, 2008

Earth Day at Animal Kingdom-Developing Compassion

Disney's Animal Kingdom 10th Anniversary Celebration
Teaming up for Wildlife at Disney's Animal Kingdom
Free Time at Animal Kingdom
Workshops

Wednesday, April 23, 2008

Community Service-Developing Compassion and Preparing for Action

Discover Florida Field Trips: Disney Wilderness Preserve or Airport Lakes Park
Free Time
Action Planning I
Pearson Digital Arts Workshops II or Workshops
Optional Workshops

Thursday, April 24, 2008

Community Service-Developing Compassion and Preparing for Action

Pearson Digital Arts Workshops III or Workshops
Action Planning II
Lunch

• Speaker: Representative from Vestergaard Frandsen

Sharing PSAs and Action Plans
Closing Celebration at Epcot

Friday, April 25, 2008

Moving Forward to Protect Our Future

Packing and Farewells

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Partners

The Jane Goodall Global Youth Summit 2008 would not have been possible without the support of our valued partners. We thank them for making this event a reality and helping to shape the global leaders of tomorrow.

	Delta Air Lines, the official airline of the Jane Goodall Global Youth Summit 2008 provided air transport for the Summit 2008 participants. Delta employees, its customers and its community partners diligently strive to form a force for positive local and global change, and their sponsorship of the Summit confirms the company's commitment to youth development and an improved quality of life for future generations.
	Whirlpool Corporation, in its second year of partnership with Jane Goodall's Roots & Shoots, believes strongly in the principles of corporate responsibility¿of achieving success in ways that honor ethical values and respect people, communities and the natural environment. Whirlpool's sponsorship of the Summit reflects these beliefs and underscores their commitment to empowering young people as a vital strategy for ensuring that tomorrow's leaders are given a voice, today.
	Pearson Foundation believes that youth have the power to change the world. As an extension of the great things they are already doing with Roots & Shoots, the Pearson Foundation brought digital arts training to the Jane Goodall Global Youth Summit through the Mobile Learning Institute, a Nokia & Pearson Foundation Alliance. The programming provided by the Mobile Learning Institute gaveyoung people the opportunity to share their ideas and experiences in environmental and humanitarian education, and to inspire others in the process.
	Disney is proud to host the Jane Goodall Global Youth Summit 2008 at Walt Disney World Resort. Disney has been committed to the environment starting with its founder, Walt Disney. His interest and focus on environmental responsibility is a legacy that Disney continues today through their actions, through Disney's Animal Kingdom and through the Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund. Disney recognizes the incredible power young people have to help make changes for the better in their communities, and is proud to welcome these outstanding youth to Orlando.

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